Beagle

A sociable scent hound with a strong interest in following its nose. Secure outdoor space, reward-based training and opportunities to sniff are practical considerations for an owner.

Breed context, not a target for an individual dog
SizeMedium
Adult weight context9–11 kg (PDSA typical range)
Height context33–40 cm
Exercise contextAn active scent hound needing walks, scent activity and secure exploration. Ask for an individual routine.

Ranges describe the cited profile. They are not goal weights, growth charts or a veterinary exercise prescription. Age, line, sex, body condition and health can change the picture.

What to record before comparing food

Keep food-search games in your feeding record. They are easy to overlook when comparing daily food costs because the food is not always served in a conventional bowl.

Keep a short record with the exact current food name, the amount served, any leftovers, and extras supplied by other members of the household. That gives you something concrete to compare against a new pack’s label.

Nutrition and life stage

Use the food label to identify the life stage and whether it is intended as the main complete diet. The breed name on a bag is not enough to establish suitability. A growing dog should not be treated as a smaller adult in a calculator.

Still growing?

Use the puppy guide to organise questions about growth labelling and adult size. Confirm maturity and feeding amounts with your veterinary team.

Puppy food guide →

Choosing between foods?

Compare the actual labels, declared energy and daily costs. Our catalogue is limited and does not rank foods by breed.

Food selector →

Build a practical comparison

  1. Write down the exact products and pack sizes, rather than just brand names.
  2. Check both life-stage statements before comparing the price.
  3. Use each food’s own portion information. Equal gram portions need not supply equal calories.
  4. Use the same currency and record delivery charges separately.

Compare two foods’ daily costs → · Keep a dated weight record →

Health concerns and screening

The source profile below includes breed-related health information. Use it to prepare questions about relevant screening and the individual dog’s history. Our clinical condition guides remain subject to veterinary review; this page does not diagnose disease or recommend a condition-specific food.

Read the full Beagle source profile and health information ↗ · Browse health resources

A dog with symptoms, a diagnosed condition, a suspected allergy or a prescribed diet needs individual veterinary advice before a food change. An average breed weight should never be used as an automatic weight-loss target.

Prepared by DogFoodSelector editorial team. Breed facts checked 28 October 2026 against the linked source; no veterinary review or credentials are claimed. About our project · Information limits.